Why the Cardinals Are Sticking with Marmol (Despite Fan Anger)

It looks like Chaim Bloom has made his decision regarding the future of the St. Louis dugout, and fans might not like it. Bernie Miklasz explains why an Oli Marmol contract extension is imminent and why the stats suggest he deserves a longer look than you think. Key Takeaways: * The Bloom Endorsement: Breaking down Chaim Bloom’s comments from the winter meetings about his relationship with Marmol. * Marmol vs. La Russa: A side-by-side comparison of winning percentages and postseason appearances in their first four seasons. * The Roster Context: Why Marmol’s "losing" seasons occurred with significantly less talent and payroll support than La Russa’s early struggles. * Rebuild Reality: Why Bloom prefers Marmol’s temperament and communication style for developing young players like Jordan Walker. * The Authority Factor: Why Bloom must be allowed to pick his own manager to be truly accountable for the franchise's future. ⭐️ Become an STL Sports Central Insider: https://stlsportscentral.com/2025/11/15/stl-sports-central-insiders 🔥 Get your first month free at BlueChew with code ‘BERNIE’ bluechew.com 👑 Presented by DraftKings. The Crown is Yours. 🔗 Visit: https://stlsportscentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices